Communications Officer – EU Projects in Photonic Integration

Introduction

Within the Photonic Integration research group, we have a vacancy for a Communications Officer - EU Projects in Photonic Integration. In this position, you are responsible for the group’s communications related activities in EU-funded projects. You also collaborate with the JePPIX Communications Officer to create cross-project content.

Job Description

You will be part of the Photonic Integration (PhI) research group. Photonics is a rapidly growing field where the total market volume is comparable to the market of electronics and growing even faster. Whereas integrated circuits are already dominant technologies in the field of electronics, photonic integration is still taking off. It is a critical enabler for the modern internet and is poised to enable new forms of sensing and imaging. The PhI group performs leading edge research into Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC) technology and its applications, and is involved in a number of national and international research projects.

The PhI group is one of the founders of JePPIX: the Joint European Platform for Photonic Integrated Components and Circuits. This platform brings together Europe’s key players in the fields of PIC manufacturing, design, software, equipment development and technology R&D. A key part of JePPIX’ mission is to make PIC technology accessible to a wide variety of inventors, innovators and developers. Next to that, JePPIX provides trainings in PIC technology and organizes events for the photonic integration community.

The group’s existing Communications Officer manages the JePPIX communication channels and the organization of trainings and events. However, recently PhI has become part of two new EU-funded projects: PixEurope and the EU Chips Design Platform (EuroCDP). We need a communications officer who is responsible for all communication & dissemination related activities in these projects, and potentially other EU-funded projects in the future. 

In this job, you would be responsible for:

• Representing TU/e in the Communication & Dissemination work packages of PixEurope and EuroCDP, which means attending work package meetings, ensuring TU/e owned tasks are carried out, creating project-related content, (co-)writing deliverables, supporting and visiting events, etc.
• Keeping internal TU/e colleagues up to date on the communications activities in these projects, and collaborating with them where appropriate, e.g. on creating communications materials for events
• Identifying opportunities for collaboration with the JePPIX Communications Officer for creating cross-project content

Job Requirements

• Experience in communications, marketing or a related field, preferably in a high tech environment
• Affinity with high tech and/or deep tech
• The ability to explain technical ideas in an accessible and informative way, and to become familiar quickly with complex, technological concepts
• An ability to work with highly interdisciplinary teams including researchers, business developers, engineers, and operational managers
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and independently solve problems if needed
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum €3.382 to maximum €4.484 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 8 collective labour agreementfor Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

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Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Kevin Williams, Chair of the Photonic Integration research group, k.a.williams@tue.nl.

For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Kevin Caris, HR Advisor, k.t.caris@tue.nl.  

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Application

If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

Please note 

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post. 
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• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
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